How to correctly and confidently apply and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Who is it for: All clinical staff (GP’s, Nurses, Dentists, Health Care Assistants, Carers etc.) and non-clinical staff (Receptionists and Admin staff etc.) working in healthcare. Groups can be a mixture of clinical and non-clinical staff, or separate, depending on the needs of your practice.
Number of candidates: Usually groups of 10 people, but this can be negotiated depending on the training room available.
When: We can provide training on a date and time to suit you so that there is minimal disruption to the delivery of your service.
Course content:
Latest Resus Council Guidance (2021)
Chain of survival
Recognition of cardiac arrest
How to use the DRSABC algorithm to assess for signs of life and call for help
The correct technique for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
How to correctly and confidently apply and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
CPR techniques and rates for adults and paediatric patients
A refresher of anaphylaxis and choking guidelines
The session involves both theory and practical hands-on training. We will supply all the equipment, including mannequins and training defibrillators, and all attendees will receive a glossy leaflet with course content, as well as a PDF certificate confirming attendance.
About Bristol Life Support
Founded in 2019 by Martin and Harriet, Bristol Life Support are committed to providing an exceptional standard of training for both clinical and non-clinical staff.
Both of our trainers have a wealth of experience as Advanced Practitioners working mainly within Accident & Emergency, but also on front line emergency ambulances and in General Practice. They can draw on real-life, first-hand experiences to demonstrate the importance of the prompt recognition and management of cardiac arrest, anaphylaxis and choking.
Working within such a variety of areas in the health care system means they both understand exactly what content is relevant and useful, instead of delivering information that isn’t applicable or realistic to your workplace.
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Our aim is to provide the very highest quality training whilst saving your business workload and time. Our newly-developed courses – combining multiple modules – are designed by experiences trainers to provide you with what you need with the minimum of fuss.
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